Our Story 

Hey there! I'm Dave Weiner, CEO of Secure Measures and I had the privilege of spending over 27 incredible years serving our military, law enforcement, and corporate security communities. My journey started back in 1993 when I joined the United States Air Force as a military policeman.

MY “WHY”…

When I was a teenager, I experienced something that changed my life forever—I was robbed at gunpoint. As the victim of a violent crime, that moment sparked a passion within me for safety and security, driving me to dedicate my life to preventing others from experiencing the same fear and vulnerability. This personal experience is why I'm so committed to making our communities safer.

Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working in a variety of roles, from patrol officer and field training officer to K-9 handler and Special Response Team member. As my career progressed, I took on leadership roles, including Director of Security and Assistant Chief of Police. In 2014, I became the Regional Chief of Police for the US Department of Veteran Affairs Police in Long Beach, CA.

Working with amazing partners like LASD MET, LAPD MEU, and the Long Beach Police Department MET, I focused on critical issues like crisis intervention and suicide prevention for our veterans. I’m proud to have created innovative programs that made our communities safer. One of my proudest achievements is launching the VMET (Veteran Mental Evaluation Unit), a mental health co-response program, and a Threat Management Unit to proactively prevent violence in healthcare settings for veterans. The VMET program has been adopted nationwide by several major Veteran Affairs medical centers.

Education-wise, I hold a master’s degree in psychology from the University of Arizona, a bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and certifications in Veteran Behavioral Health and Workplace Violence and Threat Management.

I also serve on several boards and advisory committees, including:

• VA Veteran Community Oversight & Engagement Board – Federal Advisory Committee
• International Public Safety Association Mental Health Board
• Los Angeles County DMH Suicide Prevention Network
• Argus Service Dog Foundation (providing service animals to disabled Veterans at no cost to them)

I love sharing my knowledge and have spoken on various topics such as Veteran Cultural Competencies for First Responders, Veteran Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, Workplace Violence Prevention, Emergency Preparedness and Management, Leadership Development, Interpersonal Communication, Crime Prevention, and Active Shooter Response.